Auxiliary Converter
ABB offers a comprehensive range of high performance auxiliary converters. All the ABB auxiliaries are realized using pre-validated power modules controlled by a standard software library.
Secure your success with ABB auxiliary converters
ABB leads the way in pioneering reliable auxiliary converters for railways leveraging innovation as well as proven solutions with digital technology connectivity. With a long experience in the railway and rolling stock business, ABB is your global and trusted partner to fulfill your needs for auxiliary converters.
Key Benefits
Reliable
ABB proven building blocks with fully validated hardware and software modulesCustomizable
Flexible and robust design for different application: roof, underframe, machine roomIntegrated battery chargers optionally
with ABB BORDLINE® BC battery chargersDurable
Heavy duty applications designed for tough environmentsWide range input voltage
with any AC or DC railway voltagesGlobal footprint
Manufacturing and service thanks to the ABB global presenceCommon Applications
Light Rail Vehicles
ABB’s traction systems for light rail vehicles support the construction of clean, safe railway networks in cities. As your ideal partner, ABB provides complete high-efficient and reliable solutions to power a wide application range for any light rail vehicle and related vehicle concepts, for new vehicles and fleet refurbishment.
Metros
ABB’s traction systems for Metros support the construction of clean, safe railway networks in cities. As your ideal partner, ABB provides complete high-efficient and reliable solutions to power a wide application range for new vehicles and fleet refurbishment.
Locomotives
ABB works with most of the leading rolling stock manufacturers and offers complete portfolio of traction solutions from a few 100 kW to more than 7 MW and for all types of locomotives (e.g. passenger, freight, shunting), power heads, and distributed propulsion systems. As your traction chain partner, we are driven to supply state-of-the-art traction solutions for your fleet’s optimum overall performance and highest efficiency.
High Speed Trains
ABB supplies complete traction systems that powers many of the world’s high-speed trains including traction converters, traction motors, as well as auxiliary converters that distribute the power to the train’s onboard applications. ABB offers complete solutions for new vehicles and fleet refurbishment that offer the best overall solution and optimization in terms of cost, reliability, weight, size and energy efficiency.
Electric Multiple Units & Battery Electric Multiple Units Trains
ABB provides complete traction system to power regional, suburban and intercity trains that carry large numbers of passengers under demanding conditions. Vehicle manufacturers and railway operators can rely on ABB traction technology to provide higher reliability and higher energy efficiency, as well as ensuring a punctual and more comfortable ride for the passengers.
Service for Auxiliary Converters
Service Level Agreement for Traction Systems
Maximize performance and reliability throughout the entire life cycle of your traction solutions with ABB's traction service level agreements.
Retrofit Solutions for Rail Vehicles
ABB’s retrofit solutions enable operators to modernize existing rail vehicles with the latest traction technologies.
Spare Parts
High quality spare parts for reliable operations.
Repairs
Restore your operations quickly.
Technical Support
Fast motors, generators, drives and battery recovery with direct access to ABB’s expertise.
Training
Keep your team’s competence up to date to manage your assets effectively.
Installation and Commissioning
Getting it right from the very start.